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Supporting Youth Experiencing Homelessness

November 20, 2023

In a brand-new partnership with the IL Department of Human Services and the Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Family’s Basic Center Program, Allendale marked the one-year…

GivingTuesday – Triple Your Impact!

November 20, 2023

As we approach the season of gratitude and reflection, surrounded by family and friends, we’re reminded of the incredible support we’ve received for over 125 years. Allendale is fortunate to…

Allendale Teams “Dare to Lead”

August 22, 2023

Allendale is dedicated to cultivating, preparing and developing a diverse and engaged workforce committed to excellence and innovation. In fact, it’s been a part of who we are and our…

Recent Posts

125th Anniversary Jubilee

February 1, 2022

Join us for Allendale’s 125th Anniversary Jubilee event at the Lake Forest Club on April 30th, 2022 at 6:30 pm, honoring and celebrating a distinguished legacy of care and service…

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Seasons at Allendale – Annual Fund Drive!

February 1, 2022

Your continued generosity of spirit and substance is what sustains us. Whether your donation is for essential school supplies that will enable our teachers to take their students’ minds where…

“Hope for the Holidays” Event!

August 26, 2021

              Thank you to everyone who supported our Wine Tasting Event on Nov. 6th! If you missed it, don’t worry! You can still purchase…

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

October 22, 2020

  As we continue to closely monitor the rapidly evolving developments in response to COVID-19, and following the guidance from local and state health officials, Allendale is prepared to navigate…

Help kids cope with changes brought on by pandemic

October 22, 2020

No school. No day care. No playdates with friends. The COVID-19 crisis has turned our children’s lives upside down, while stoking fear and sparking a range of reactions. Many parents…

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How You Can Handle Family Power Struggles

August 10, 2020

By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – August 10, 2020 With summer in full swing and schools setting learning models for the…

Allendale Celebrates Pride Month

June 18, 2020

Supporting LGBTQI+ Youth in Their Identity Formation Article by: Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Allendale Director of Outpatient & Clinical Services Pride month can bring up many different reactions and questions about…

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How to Know When Kids Could Use a Therapist’s Help

June 8, 2020

By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – June 8, 2020 It’s been a long couple of months. In many families, parents and…

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Helping Kids Handle Anger, Frustration With the Covid-19 Shutdown

May 23, 2020

By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – May 23, 2020 As Illinois’ stay-at-home order persists and summer plans look different than usual,…